Course Descriptions: MUSIC

MUS. 100 FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/16 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Learn basic musical skills: reading music notation, sight-singing and ear training, using scales, chords and key signatures to harmonize simple melodies. Students develop listening techniques and explore musical styles. Does not satisfy requirements for the music major degree. Transfer: CSU: C1, UC*. (IGETC: 3A)

MUS. 115 ART, MUSIC AND IDEAS

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: An introduction to the understanding and appreciation of art and music, especially in the context of European history. An investigation into the elements of art and music equip the student to see and hear with greater discrimination, as well as recognize how these elements relate to changes in society. Lectures are illustrated with slides, recordings, films, etc., attendance at a live performance and a museum visit required. Transfer: CSU: C1, UC. (IGETC: 3A)

MUS. 120 SONGWRITING WORKSHOP I

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 40 lecture/24 lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100, and MATH 110 or 111; Prerequisite(s): MUS. 100. Description: Combines the study of lyrics, melody, harmony and form to create songs. Simple computer tools are used to aid in creating, hearing and notating student work. Transfer: CSU.

MUS. 121 SONGWRITING WORKSHOP II

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 40 lecture/24 lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100, and MATH 110 or 111; Prerequisite(s): MUS. 120. Description: Continuation of MUS. 120. Combines further study of lyrics, melody, harmony and form to create songs. Simple computer tools are used to aid in creating, hearing and notating student work. Transfer: CSU.

MUS. 122 SONGWRITING WORKSHOP III

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 40 lecture/24 lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100, and MATH 110 or 111; Prerequisite(s): MUS. 121. Description: Continuation of Music 121: This course provides advanced study of lyrics, melody, harmony and form to create songs. Simple computer tools are used to aid in creating, hearing and notating student work. Transfer: CSU.

MUS. 161 FILM MUSIC PRACTICUM

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100, and MATH 110 or 111; Prerequisite(s): MUS. 290 and completion of, or concurrent enrollment in MUS. 260. Description: Learn how to compose music for film and other media. Apply music concepts such as spotting, synchronization, sound editing and various aesthetic approaches to creatively add sound to the moving image. Instruction features hands-on use of commonly available commercial music software, as well as lecture and viewing film excerpts. Transfer: CSU.

MUS. 202 MUSIC APPRECIATION (CAN MUS 8)

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/16 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Learn about musical terms and ideas and apply that knowledge to many types of music such as popular, classical, jazz, and other forms of music from around the world. Consider different ways of listening to music and learn about the different meanings music can have in entertainment, history, ritual, film and other contexts. Concert attendance required. Transfer: CSU: C1, UC. (IGETC: 3A)

MUS. 210 HISTORIES OF POPULAR MUSIC AND ROCK

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 110; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Join the argument over what is more significant in popular music -- that which is most popular, or that which is the most influential? This course explores the various intersections of music and American culture in the blues, rock, heavy metal, jazz, soul, R&B, disco and dance music, and hip-hop. Transfer: CSU: C1, UC. (IGETC: 3A)

MUS. 230 BEETHOVEN

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 110; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Listen to Beethoven’s symphonies, piano sonatas, and string quartets in detail. Relate Beethoven and his music to society, and to later 19th-century culture. Bach, Haydn and Mozart are sure to make guest appearances. Ability to read music not required, but scores are used to illustrate details. Concert attendance required. Transfer: CSU: C1, UC. (IGETC: 3A)

MUS. 240 MUSIC OF THE AMERICAS

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/16 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Learn about the rhythms and varieties of music in Latin America and the cultural roots that nurture this exciting form of expression. Music from the Caribbean and South, Central and North America is covered, including genres such as corridos, son, rumba, and tangos. Concert attendance is required. Transfer: CSU: C1, UC. (IGETC: 3A)

MUS. 250 WORLD MUSIC

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Survey of selected listening and readings about cultures such as India, China, Japan, Indonesia, Europe, North and South America, and Africa. Students learn to use basic musical terminology in describing that music, and to relate music behaviors to the cultural contexts that surround them. Equal emphasis is placed on music and culture. Concert attendance is required. Transfer: CSU: C1, UC. (IGETC: 3A)

MUS. 260 MUSIC IN FILM, TELEVISION AND MULTIMEDIA

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 110; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Appreciate the use of music and sound in film, television and media such as video games for expressive purposes and for the creation of virtual realities. As you analyze scenes, learn about fundamental music, sound design and film concepts and terminology. Transfer: CSU: C1.

MUS. 271 OPERA AND MUSICAL THEATER HISTORY

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 110; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Explore the highlights in the history of opera from its invention in the Baroque era to contemporary experiments with musical theater included along the way. Class lectures emphasize listening and viewing opera excerpts. Some lectures are planned around attending a live performance. Transfer: CSU: C1, UC. (IGETC: 3A)

MUS. 290 INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC AND COMPUTERS

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100, and MATH 110 or 111; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Introduction to basic concepts used in making music with computers, digital audio and MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface). Fundamentals of digital audio theory and basic concepts of song creation are covered. Transfer: CSU.

MUS. 301, 302, 303, 304 PIANO I, II, III, IV

Units (Grade Option) 2; Class Hours: Minimum of 32 lecture/16 lab/48 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): MUS. 302, 303 and 304 require the previous level. Description: These applied music courses stress the basics of piano playing from beginning through advanced levels. Students are taught the foundations of piano technique, to read music, to play musically, and to expand their repertoire. For those with no music literacy, concurrent or previous enrollment in MUS. 100 is recommended if enrolling in level I. MUS. 304 may be repeated for credit. Transfer: CSU, UC.

MUS. 371, 372, 373, 374 GUITAR I, II, III, IV

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): Possession of a guitar. MUS. 372, 373 and 374 require the previous level. Description: These courses cover basic techniques of playing the guitar from beginning through advanced levels. Group and individual attention are included. Transfer: CSU, UC.

MUS. 461, 462, 463, 464 INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE I, II, III, IV

Units (Letter grade) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): MUS. 461 requires demonstration of ability by audition. MUS. 462, 463 and 464 require the previous level. Description: These course are a Brass, String, and Woodwind ensemble. Performance is required. Transfer: CSU, UC.

MUS. 476 CHOIR

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): Student must be able to match pitch vocally. Description: This course is the study and performance of choral literature for accompanied and unaccompanied chorus. The repertoire includes “popular” contemporary styles. Performances are required. Field trips may be required. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU, UC.

MUS. 486 COLLEGE SINGERS

Units (Letter grade) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 80 lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): Previous choral experience and demonstrated ability by audition. Description: This is an advanced ensemble specializing in the performance of choral literature for small choruses. The repertoire includes both traditional and contemporary styles. Performances are required. Field trips may be required. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU, UC.

MUS. 490 PENINSULA CANTARE I

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): Previous choral experience and demonstrated ability through auditions. Description: Rehearsal and performance of oratorios and other choral literature is the content of this course. Performance is required. May be repeated for credit up to 3 times. Transfer: CSU, UC.

Updated: 6/11/09